Map Skills Word Search

Words in the Map Skills word search

Every word used across the three levels, with a quick note on what it means.

map

A drawing that shows a place seen from above.

north

The direction toward the top of most maps.

south

The direction opposite north, toward the bottom of maps.

east

The direction where the sun appears to rise.

west

The direction where the sun appears to set.

globe

A round model showing the whole Earth at once.

key

The box that explains what the map symbols mean.

compass

A tool with a needle that points toward magnetic north.

scale

It shows how map distance compares to real distance.

ocean

One of the five huge bodies of salt water.

country

A land with its own government and settled borders.

border

The line where one country or state meets another.

symbol

A small picture standing for something real on the ground.

capital

The city where a country or state governs itself.

continent

One of Earth's seven great landmasses.

equator

The imaginary line circling Earth halfway between the poles.

legend

Another name for the key that explains map symbols.

grid

Crossing lines that help you locate a square quickly.

atlas

A book of maps bound together.

landmark

A feature people use to recognize a place.

More places and geography word searches

All places and geography puzzles

Other kinds of word searches